Deborah L. Regal Coller
, Michigan
October 25, 2020
Deborah Deb Lynn Regal Coller age 62 passed away at her home on October 26 2020 in Pinckney MI. She was born on February 2 1958 in Dearborn the first child of William Olson and Leah Grimes. While she lived most of her life in Michigan Debs heart belonged to Southern California. She spent happy years of her childhood living in Orange County with her parents and younger sister Denise. Deb prompted frequent visits to Disneyland and filled her days picking oranges off the backyard trees playing with her best friends next door and going to the nearby beaches. After her parents divorced she moved back to Michigan. Her mother later married Melvin Mel Zold and they had two children Deb and Denises half siblings Elaine and Edward Zold. In the summer Deb spent time at the lake cottage with her grandparents and greatgrandparents and she especially enjoyed fishing with…
— Read Full Obituary —
Mable A. Wahl
, Michigan
May 22, 2021
Mable A. Wahl age 78 of Munith Michigan passed away on Sunday May 23 2021 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. She was born in Stockbridge MI on August 7 1942 the daughter of Dale and Ethel Stanfield Messner. Mable had lived in the Munith area her entire life. She worked at Chelsea Milling Company for 27 years. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and she loved mowing her grass. Surviving are her children Steven Patrice Barbour Wahl of Jackson Lisa Shilling of Charlotte and Mitchell Wahl of Wayne County her siblings Janet Phil Criner of Jackson Sharon Bruce Fidler of Jackson and Roger Messner of Munith several grandchildren including Dale and Katie Wahl and extended family Hannah and Emma Marshall as well as Steves father Jason Wahl of Charlotte. Mable was preceded in death by her siblings Shirley Clemons and Ray Messner. Visitation will be held…
— Read Full Obituary —
Steven G. Winkler
, Michigan
May 23, 2021
Steven Glenn Winkler Steve Wink Tt age 63 passed away May 24 2021 surrounded by his family after a hardfought short battle with cancer. Steve was born on October 5 1957 to Robert and Joyce Winkler in Ann Arbor MI. Steve had lived in the Ann ArborWhitmore Lake area most of his life. He worked with his father for 25 years as a laborer and operator at Winkler Drainage. Steve owned and operated Winkler Excavating for 20 years working alongside his son Robert. He was an expert in his field placing many specialized septic systems basements driveways and clearing many farmers fields in the Washtenaw County area. Steve was an honest hardworking man a person you could trust to do a good job. He was a loving husband and best friend to his wife Carolyn Jean Ehnis Winkler for 32 years and she survives. He is also survived by his…
— Read Full Obituary —
Dana D. Zamiara
, Michigan
May 20, 2021
Dana D. Zamiara age 78 of Williamston MI crossed over on May 21 2021. She was born February 13 1943 in Jackson Michigan the daughter of Charles and Sylvia Morehouse Dieterle. She was preceded in death by her husband Steven B. Zamiara on December 6 2006 and son Steven B. Zamiara II on January 27 2007 her parents her stepfather J.R. Lewis and her brotherinlaw Dennis McVay on December 13 2008. She is survived by her daughter Nickole Zamiara of Santa Inez CA daughterinlaw Elize Zamiara and granddaughter Anastasia Zamiara both of San Diego CA sisters Rhoda McVay of Stockbridge MI and Sarah Raelene Hamrick of Poquoson VA nieces Sarah McVay James Foukes of Glen Burnie MD Krisie Hamrick of Hawaii nephews Todd Kathy Hamrick of Raleigh NC Andrew Hamrick of Poquoson VA Scott McVay of Stockbridge MI and three greatnieces and one greatnephew. She was educated at Stockbridge High…
— Read Full Obituary —
Dr. Bruce T. Stubbs
, Michigan
He was the loving husband of Mary Paul Stubbs ne Brown for 63 years. Together they raised four children Bruce Truman Jr. Timothy John Kirk James deceased and Colleen Mara. They had 11 grandchildren. He is further survived by his youngest brother Don Stubbs. Dr. Stubbs graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School at the top of his class. Following medical school he moved to Chelsea Michigan to practice and later to become one of several cofounders of the Chelsea Community Hospital now St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea where he maintained a family practice. Already well into his career in the 1970s he decided to pursue an orthopedic degree and returned to the University of Michigan to train as a surgeon. He practiced orthopedic medicine at Orthopedic Surgery Associates and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor until retirement. Following his retirement he continued to work as a volunteer physician…
— Read Full Obituary —
David M. Maynard
, Michigan
December 16, 1976 — May 21, 2021
David Michael Maynard age 44 was born on December 17 1976 in Chicago IL and he passed away on May 22 2021 in Webberville MI. He was the husband of 24 years to Brenda Maynard father to Joseph Haley Maynard and grandfather to Quinnly and Huxley Maynard father to Cory Parkar Maynard and father to Logan Maynard. He was a son to Delores Gonzalez and Javier Gonzalez and brother to Thomas Maynard Johnathan Maynard Noemi Fernandez Javier J. Gonzalez and Catherine Villegas. David was a grandson to Julieana Gonzalez and nephew to Shirley Profeta James Profeta Sandy Gonzalez and Linda Gonzalez his Godmother. He was an uncle to Anthony Breeanna Johnathan Derek Nevaeh Mylani Jaythen Leonardo Juliana Dominick Aurora Joshua Manuel Conner Diego and Enzo. A memorial service was held on Sunday May 30 2021 in Romeoville IL. Arrangements by CaskeyMitchell Funeral Home Stockbridge MI.
— Read Full Obituary —
Jr. Bill Peters
, Michigan
May 14, 2021
Bill Peters Jr. age 76 of Munith MI passed away on Saturday May 15 2021 at his home. He was born May 29 1944 in Prestonsburg KY the son of Bill Sr. and Maudie Compton Peters. Bill had lived in the Munith area since 1951 moving from Floyd Co. Kentucky. He worked as an injection mold operator for Quick Plastics. Bill was a member of Little Vineyard Church of Old Regular Baptist. He loved antiques and going to auctions and garage sales. Bill is survived by one brother Roy Karen Peters of California and several cousins including Felix Compton of Munith. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Wade Peters. Funeral services will be held on Friday May 21 2021 at 1100 a.m. from the CaskeyMitchell Funeral Home Stockbridge. Burial will follow at Fitchburg Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday…
— Read Full Obituary —
Shirley A. Vandervoort
, Michigan
May 10, 2021
Shirley A. Barth Vandervoort age 84 passed away on May 11 2021 at the Jackson County Medical Care Facility of Jackson MI. She was born in Chelsea MI on March 8 1937 daughter of Arthur M. and Effie Mae Barth. She married Adrianus Art B. Vandervoort and he preceded her in death in 2006. Shirley grew up on a sheep farm in the Chelsea area. She loved deer hunting and spending any amount of time up north at the family deer camp where she and Art ultimately retiredaffectionately known as The Possums Nest. Most of all she loved her family. She is survived by her children Jeff Michelle Weber Todd Shelly Weber Lisa Smith and David Tammy Weber grandchildren Joshua Ilah and Kristi greatgrandchildren Damien Logan and Landan as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband Art she was preceded in death by her parents and…
— Read Full Obituary —
Mary C. Bauer
, Michigan
April 23, 2021
Mary C. Bauer age 86 of Chelsea MI passed away peacefully on Saturday April 24 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Chelsea MI on May 18 1934 the daughter of Walter and Norma Schittenhelm. Mary lived in the Chelsea area for all of her life. She graduated from Grass Lake High School. She married Robert L. Bob Bauer on March 24 1951 and they recently celebrated their 70th anniversary. She was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ. She loved to go shopping with her daughters and she enjoyed cooking and baking. She was a wonderful wife mother grandmother and greatgrandmother. Her family was her life. Mary is survived by her husband three children Linda William Pearsall James Kathleen Bauer and Janice Steve Loveland six grandchildren Jeff Pearsall Todd Lauren Pearsall Jennifer Steve Robbins Michelle Roger Cook James Lindsay Bauer and…
— Read Full Obituary —
Sr. Joseph D. Brown
, Michigan
April 23, 2021
Joseph Daniel Brown Sr. age 51 of Pleasant Lake MI passed away on Saturday April 24 2021. He was born September 18 1969 in Jackson MI the son of Joseph and Charlene Patrick Brown. Joe was selfemployed as a drywaller. He loved fishing mushroom hunting riding his motorcycle and spending time with his family. Surviving are his mother Charlene Brown of Pleasant Lake three children Joseph Daniel Brown Jr. of Jackson Joshua W. Brown of Pleasant Lake and Jaden Brown of Jackson one grandchild three brothers Larry Joe Stacey of De Tour MI Robert Brown of Jacksonville FL and Gyle Lynn Brown of Pleasant Lake. He was preceded in death by his father in 2012. A Graveside Service will be held at Munith Cemetery on Friday April 30 2021 at 100 p.m. with Pastor Josh Swieringa officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Make checks to Charlene Brown…
— Read Full Obituary —
Susan Renee Opp
, Michigan
April 21, 2021
Susan Renee Opp age 58 of Stockbridge MI passed away on April 22 2021 at the Sacred Heart Adult Care Facility in Gregory MI. She was born March 19 1963 in Fremont MI the daughter of Leonard and Carolyn Gibson Fowler. She married Steven K. Opp in 2014 and he survives. Also surviving are her mother Carolyn Fowler of Six Lakes MI three children Michelle Francisco Romero of Stockbridge MI Paul Jennifer Fowler of Owosso MI and Christopher Chelsea Gayle Haines of Morrice MI two stepchildren Nikki Chris Nelson of Dundee MI Dallas Andrew Tweedy of Parma MI one brother Leonard Kristin Fowler Jr. of Saginaw MI and one sister Mary Lloyd of Detroit MI as well as 10 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father. Susan had lived in the area most of her life. She worked for the United States Postal Service for 22 years as…
— Read Full Obituary —
Fema Reimburse Covid Deaths
, Michigan
FEMA announced that individuals will be able to begin applying for COVID19 Funeral Assistance on April 12 2021. The has been updated with the phone numbers that families can call to begin the application process. Please note the death certificate must indicate cause of death was from COVID COVID 19 or COVIDlike symptoms. The time frame ranges from January 20 2020 to current day.
— Read Full Obituary —
Henry Gerhard Mountain
, Michigan
March 16, 1993 — March 21, 2021
Henry Gerhard Mountain age 28 of Grass Lake MI formerly of Chelsea MI passed away on Monday March 22 2021. Born on March 17 1993 in Seattle WA Henry is the son of Vincent and Michelle Bonnicksen Mountain. Henry led a very spirited life. He loved being in naturehiking rafting whitewater rafting snowboardinganything he could do out of doors He had an immense heart and was welcoming and accepting of other people and their beliefs and perspectives. Henry played the guitar wrote poetry and music and he was friends with people of In addition to his parents Vincent and Michelle Henry is survived by his brother Julian Mountain his paternal grandparents Maury Mountain and Rosemary Mountain his maternal grandparents Ronald and Gloria Bonnicksen cousins Hallie Emma Grace Tad Cal and Leo many aunts and uncles special friend Rene E. Kiss and his newly adopted cat Opal. Visitation will occur on…
— Read Full Obituary —
Addyson Grace Tilford
, Michigan
October 14, 2014 — March 5, 2021
Addyson Grace Tilford of Jackson MI age 6 passed away on Saturday March 6 2021 at her home. She was born on October 15 2014 in Louisville KY the daughter of Dale A. and Amber L. Schulze Tilford. Addyson was never afraid to be sassy She was beautiful spunky joyful and preferred sticking to her schedule. The Little Mermaid was her absolute favorite Disney character. She loved spending time outside and at the lake. She especially adored her puppy Ruby. Addyson is survived by her parents Dale Kayla Tilford and Amber Chris Carpenter Tilford halfbrother Maverick Tilford maternal grandparents Catherine Alan Andrews and paternal grandparents Allen Tilford and Doris Tilford as well as many aunts uncles cousins and special friends. She was preceded in death by her sister Annabelle Tilford stepsister Jazamyn Tilford and maternal grandfather Robert Schulze. The family will receive friends and family at StaffanMitchell Funeral Home Chelsea…
— Read Full Obituary —
Nora H. Allen
, Michigan
March 3, 2021
Nora Helen Allen age 76 of Stockbridge MI passed away peacefully on March 4 2021 at Medilodge of Livingston in Howell MI. Nora was born on June 11 1944 in Bad Axe MI daughter of Rex and Pauline Collins Bates. On November 2 1963 Nora married Lloyd Allen and he preceded her in death on April 11 2008. Nora lived in the Stockbridge area most of her life. She loved her family and she had a soft heart for goats on the farm too. She was a great mother to her children and grandmother to her grandchildren. Survivors include children Monica Allen of Stockbridge Michael Emily Bartley Allen of Stockbridge and Bobby Crane of Rives Junction MI six grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren siblings Beverly Bates and Donna Fischer both of Haslett MI. In addition to her parents and husband Lloyd she was predeceased by brothers Ronald Bates and James Bates.…
— Read Full Obituary —
Ruthene Allen
, Michigan
February 21, 2021
Ruthene Ruth Allen age 88 of Chelsea MI passed away on February 22 2021. Ruth was born April 11 1932 in Swampton KY the daughter of Harris and Betty Salyer Arnett. On April 12 1950 she married George Allen whom preceded her in death along with her granddaughter Dani Allen. Ruth lived most of her life in the Stockbridge area until moving to Chelsea in 2018. She was an avid gardenergrowing both vegetables and flowers. She also loved music and had a beautiful voice. She is survived by children Debi Jerry Kunzelman Angela Phil Hora and George Arlene Allen grandchildren Shawn Chad Krysti Corey Nicki Nathan and Amanda as well as 14 greatgrandchildren and three greatgreatgrandchildren. Per Ruths wishes there will be no memorial service. Expressions of sympathy may be made in her name to
— Read Full Obituary —
Sr. Donald Lee Harris
, Michigan
February 15, 2021
Donald Lee Harris Sr. age 82 died and went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 16 2021. He was born on August 2 1938 in Detroit MI son of Wilbur and Grace Lotz Harris. Donald was raised on the shores of Sugarloaf Lake in the Chelsea area and graduated from Chelsea High School in 1958. On October 24 1959 he married Beulah E. Noye in Chelsea MI and they began a wonderful life together. Donald was a plant manager for an Ypsilanti papermill for 34 years before retiring. He was a member of Faith Baptist Chapel in Napoleon MI and he enjoyed golfing sharing Bible stories and collecting VHS tapes vinyl records and various cookbooks. Painting ceramics was another favorite pastime. In addition to his wife Beulah survivors include his children Jeanette Steve ODonnell of Dexter MI Donald Paula Harris Jr. of Chelsea and Donna Todd Moening…
— Read Full Obituary —
Larry J. White
, Michigan
February 7, 2021
Larry J. White age 75 of Stockbridge MI passed away at his home on February 8 2021. He was born in Tecumseh MI on January 30 1946 the son of Curtis and Dorene Glenn White. Larry had lived in the Stockbridge area most of his life. He graduated from Michigan State University in 1968 and was a math teacher mentor and coach for many years. He enjoyed sports coaching basketball baseball and he ran the summer Rec League. He also enjoyed being outdoors and walking as well as reading writing and journaling. Jesus was an important part of Larrys life and he was a member of the Stockbridge Presbyterian Church where he served as an Elder. He enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandkids and he was a dedicated caregiver to his mother Dorene who survives him. He is also survived by five children Brian Michelle White of…
— Read Full Obituary —
William "Bill" W. Seaton
, Michigan
January 29, 2021
William Bill W. Seaton 91 husband of Ruby Ayres Seaton passed away peacefully on Saturday January 30 2021 at Chelsea Retirement Community in Chelsea MI. Born September 23 1929 in Danville IL he was the eldest son of the late William and Marjorie Cole Seaton. Bill attended St. Bernice High School in St. Bernice IN where he met his future wife Ruby Ayres. They were married on Valentines Day in 1948 and lived in Dana IN and Georgetown IL before moving to Dexter MI in 1958 where he lived the rest of his life. Bill obtained his Bachelors degree in Engineering BSE in 1954 from General Motors Institute GMI and held jobs at the Central Foundry Division of GMC in Danville IL and International Automation Corporation in Ann Arbor MI before starting his own company Seaton Engineering later SeatonSSK Engineering in Ann Arbor. Bill and his company specialized in automatic…
— Read Full Obituary —
Vincent N. Haroney
, Michigan
Vincent Nicolas Haroney age 96 of Northville MI passed away on Monday February 1 the year of our Lord 2021 at St. Mary Hospital in Livonia MI. He was born November 20 1924 in Buffalo NY the only son of Nicolas M. and Labiba Morad Haroney. Vince served in the US Navy during World War II as a UDT Frogman in the Philippines and the Aleutian Islands. After he returned to the states he attended college at the University of Detroit and then the University of Springfield MA earning a Masters degree in education. Employed by Oak Park High School and Immaculate Heart of Mary in Detroit Vince was a respected teacher mentor and coach of many sports including basketball track swimming and diving. He could teach ANYTHING but focused on teaching gym English and history at the schools. He married Patricia Bacik on May 5 1956 and together they…
— Read Full Obituary —
Joseph S. Sysol
, Michigan
February 2, 2021
Joseph S. Sysol age 81 of Gregory MI passed away on Wednesday February 3 2021 surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Detroit MI on February 22 1939 son of Stanley J. and Clara Sinskowski Sysol. He married Joyce B. Thompson and she preceded him in death in 2007. Joseph lived in the Gregory area for over 50 years. He attended the Unadilla Presbyterian Church and was proud to be the mayor of Unadilla. Joseph liked to hunt fish and go camping up north. He was a member of the Detroit Teamsters Carpenter Union and he did both asphalt and construction work. He is survived by his children John Maggie Sysol of Onsted Jeff Karen Sysol of Michigan Center Jodi Thomas McCoy of Manchester and James Amy Sysol of Michigan Center 14 grandchildren and almost four greatgrandchildren as well as brothers Doug Sysol of Colorado and Fred Sysol of…
— Read Full Obituary —
J. F. Jeff Rentschler
, Michigan
January 21, 2021
J. F. Jeff Rentschler passed away January 22 2021 at his home in Tecumseh MI. He graduated from Ann Arbor High School class of 1953 was a retired firefighter for the City of Ann Arbor a breedershower of German Shepherd dogs and ran a boarding kennel for several years. Jeff was born January 25 1935 the only child of Edwin Doan and Lois Gates Rentschler. He married Dian Louise Hague on June 25 1955. He is survived by his wife Dian daughters Holly Lynn Rentschler and Dawn Marie Alan Reau and eight grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents and daughter Robin Lee Fallot. At this time due to current MDHHS COVID19 restrictions the services will be private for family only. Arrangements by StaffanMitchell Funeral Home Chelsea.
— Read Full Obituary —
Harold D. Bennett
, Michigan
Harold Day Bennett of Chelsea MI age 89 passed away peacefully at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor on January 22 2021. He was born the son of Myron and Grace Caplan Bennett on March 1 1931. He married Phyllis E. Reynolds on June 6 1953 in Ypsilanti. Harold and Phyllis spent 63 happily married years together while raising a family that made them both very proud. Phyllis preceded him in death on August 24 2018. Harold enjoyed refurbishing furniture and owned an upholstery business for over 30 years Harolds Upholstery. He also enjoyed family camping trips to Northern Michigan sitting around a campfire at Camp Usher while welcoming the company of his family and close friends. He served in the Navy Reserves and was very proud of his country. Harold was a handyman at heart and loved to fix thingshe could make anything like new again with just…
— Read Full Obituary —
Russell "John" Wagner
, Michigan
January 14, 2021
Russell "John" Wagner 72 passed away peacefully at home in Gregory MI on January 15 2021 after struggling with cancer for three years. He was the son of Bernice Kline and Russell Wagner of Ypsilanti MI. John is survived by his wife of 45 years Sue children Noel Paula Jocilyn and Sam and brotherinlaw Gary Schoolmaster. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Judy Schoolmaster. John graduated from Willow Run High School class of 67. He enjoyed working on their 50year class reunion and staying in touch with classmates. His favorite pastimes included family gettogethers traveling talking on CB radios photography space exploration and all things Star Trek. He was raised on motorcycles and passed his love of riding and restoring them on to his two sons. As a music lover John enjoyed a wide variety from Roy Orbison and old country western to Big Band.…
— Read Full Obituary —
Mitchell "Mitch" A. Zink
, Michigan
January 12, 2021
Mitchell Mitch Albert Zink age 73 of Gregory MI passed away on January 13 2021 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Chelsea. He was born on July 7 1947 in Ann Arbor MI son of Albert A. and Wilhelminia M. Gottschling Zink. On September 22 1967 he married the love of his life Rhoda Sue Vogel at North Lake and she survives. For years Mitch was a printer for the Chelsea Standard newspaper. He lived in Washtenaw County all his life and specifically at North Lake since 1967. Mitch loved to fish bowl hunt go boating hunt for morel mushrooms every spring and try his luck at the casinos. Favorite beverages included CocaCola and McDonalds coffee. And he absolutely loved dogs especially Jake. He was a proud member of the Chelsea Jaycees. In addition to his loving wife Rhoda Sue survivors include his children Eric Helena Zink of Manchester MI and…
— Read Full Obituary —
John S. Mischley
, Michigan
January 10, 2021
John Stephen Mischley age 68 of Ann Arbor MI formerly of Alpena MI passed away unexpectedly the result of medical complications on Monday January 11 2021. John was born in Alpena on June 21 1952. He graduated from Catholic Central High School. He enlisted in the US Navy proudly serving from 1972 until 1978 active duty on the USS Tripoli in the Pacific during the Vietnam War and four years reserve. John then returned to Alpena and worked with his father at Mischleys Shoes. He earned an Associate degree in Forestry from Alpena Community College. Following that he moved to California where he worked with his brother Tom at Miracle Auto Painting then he earned a position with the United States Postal Service and later transferred to the Ann Arbor Post Office where he was employed for 25 years. He was known for being friendly reliable and hard working in…
— Read Full Obituary —
Bradley Dalton
, Michigan
January 17, 1991
Bradley Brent Dalton Bub 29 of Munith MI Our beautiful and loving son brother uncle and friend went to be with our Lord on Tuesday December 22 2020. Bub was born in Lansing on January 18 1991 the son of Michael and Priscilla Dalton. In addition to his parents he is survived by his sister Amber Travis Collins and brothers Mikey Leah and Greg Ashley grandmother Alva Mays greataunt Marie Wallen six nieces Kaylee Kenzie Maddie Emma Allie and Elyse and four nephews Kegan Jacob Brayden and Blake and many aunts uncles cousins and friends. Bub was preceded in death by his sister Shayla and grandparents Julia Mays Don Hanselman Frank and Phyllis Dalton and Carolyn Dalton. Bub loved his family especially his nieces and nephews. He loved riding motorcycles and snowmobiles hunting fishing goofing around with the kids and blue popsicles. He always said I love you before parting…
— Read Full Obituary —
Gerald Graves
, Michigan
December 10, 2020
Gerald Graves age 90 of Dexter Twp. MI passed away at his home on December 11 2020. He was born in Potts Camp Mississippi on February 26 1930 the son of Harley and Georgia Childs Graves. Gerald proudly served in the United States Navy post World War II and was a math and history teacher for the Allen Park School District. He was a lifelong educator coach and mentor to many. Hard work was ingrained in his DNA. He was smart handsome outgoing loved sports and truly loved all people. He was a Christian man and was a wonderful example for all. A teller of stories he had a wonderful sense of humor. He also loved singing and spending time caring for his garden. More than anything he loved his family and he considered them his greatest accomplishment. He will be dearly missed by all. He is survived by his…
— Read Full Obituary —
Gary Koch
, Michigan
December 15, 2020
Gary Koch age 76 of Chelsea MI passed away peacefully surrounded by family at his home on December 16 2020. He was born on December 13 1944 the son of Wilbert and Helen Neyer Koch. Gary worked for Dana Corporation for years and was able to retire from there at an early age. He also drove a school bus for Chelsea Community Schools for many years. Gary retired but could not sit still and just enjoy retirementhe liked being around people and earned another job driving the WAVE bus in Chelsea retiring from there in 2019. He loved to travel with his wife and during his life he was able to travel to all but two of the United States. He loved his familyespecially his grandchildren who always brought a smile to his face. Gary was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church. On June 19 1965 Gary married his…
— Read Full Obituary —
Gary L. Watson
, Michigan
October 26, 2020
Gary L. Watson of Lakeland FL formerly of Stockbridge and Pleasant Lake MI passed away on October 27 2020 in Lakeland. He was born on September 26 1943 in Stockbridge the son of Logan and Jane Stone Watson. Gary served as a prison guard for the State of Michigan for 25 years. He moved from Pleasant Lake to Lakeland in 1996. Golfing was his absolute favorite pastime. He was preceded in death by his 11 siblings Anna Salyer Hargis Watson Harry Watson Harold Watson Peggy Crump John Watson Ralph Watson Mary Updike Pat Pansy Mendel Opal Turner and Calvin Watson in addition he was preceded in death by his first wife Zola Maxine Wright and his second wife Dorothy Dottie Riddle Painter. He is survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Per Garys wishes no services were held and interment is at Oaklawn Cemetery Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy may…
— Read Full Obituary —
New obituaries are published each day. Bookmark this page or visit us again tomorrow.